Position: Third Grade Teacher
School: Socrum Elementary School
School District: Polk County Public Schools
City, State: Lakeland, FL
Brittani Smith was nominated by a friend.
"Brittani is a long-term sub, but she works as hard as any certified, veteran teacher," said the nominator. "She goes above and beyond her position to give her students the best, even if it means staying late, attending additional meetings or trainings, or missing out on extra pay or stipends she'd otherwise receive for her hard work. She never stops trying to learn and improve and handles the job's demands like a champ. Her reliability, integrity, and positive attitude make Brittani a pleasure to work with. She's always there to support her team and cheer them on."
"Above all, she is loyal and has been a valued member of our school since she was once a student there herself. Brittani is a LifeChanger because she is a role model for her students and colleagues, and her dedication to her position sets an example for what it means to have a great work ethic," said the nominator.